player.addperk Console Command
Documentation and examples for the player.addperk command in Skyrim.
player.addperk
Grant your character a perk by its form ID.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
Perk Form IDIDrequired | The form ID of the perk. |
Command builder
Fill in the parameters to build a ready-to-paste player.addperk command. Fields with a dropdown let you pick a valid ID.
Examples
Here is an example of how to use player.addperk.
Grants the first rank of a chosen perk.
Overview
Adds a specific perk to your character using the perk's form ID, bypassing the usual level and skill requirements. Because perks often have prerequisites, you should add them in order or you may unlock abilities that behave oddly. Find perk IDs with the help command. It does not consume a perk point.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the player.addperk command in Skyrim?
Open the console with the tilde (~) key while in-game, type player.addperk followed by its parameters, then press Enter. For example: player.addperk 000C44B9. The console is only available in the PC version of Skyrim.
What does the player.addperk command do?
Grant your character a perk by its form ID.
What are the parameters for the player.addperk command?
The syntax is player.addperk [perk form id]. It takes one argument: perk form id.
Does the player.addperk command require any DLC?
No. player.addperk is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Does using player.addperk disable Steam achievements?
Opening the console and entering any command, including player.addperk, disables Steam achievements for the rest of that play session on PC. Reload an earlier save or use an achievement-enabler mod if you still want achievements.